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360 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
LAUNCH DATE
Released — 2026-10-01
Status — Available
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Compatibility Works with Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing; Find My needs iOS 27 or later) and Android (Beats app needs Android 15 or later with Google Play Services; Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub). Sold in the US and 100+ countries and regions. —
Environmental 80% recycled plastic in several components (ear cups, speaker enclosure, internal parts); 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets; packaging is 100% plant-based material from recycled fiber and/or sustainable forests (Beats) —
Launch Price (USD) $349.99 $299 (US launch price)
Models A3577 —
Notes — Personal Surround support with Bose Smart Soundbars removed versus 1st Gen
Price in Nigeria ₦490,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) ₦418,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price)
TESTS
Battery Endurance Up to 32 h with ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on; up to 32 h with Adaptive EQ (ANC and Transparency off); up to 24 h in Transparency mode; Fast Fuel: 5 min charge = up to 1 h of playback (Beats manufacturer figures). Engadget review: 47% battery left after 24 h of use —
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Brand Beats Bose
Category Over-ear wireless headphones Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds
Launch Date September 22, 2026 September 17, 2026
Model Name 360 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Price $349.99 (US launch) $299 (US launch)
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Driver Size 40 mm —
Driver Type Custom-designed dual-magnet dynamic driver with three-layer diaphragm Improved dynamic driver (deeper bass, higher volume), Bose OpenAudio technology
Sound Features Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Dolby Atmos, Adaptive EQ, custom high dynamic range amplifier Spatial audio: Immersive Audio; Cinema Mode with Bose TrueSpatial head tracking
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) Yes, up to 1.75x more noise cancellation than Beats Studio Pro No (open-ear)
App Support Beats app (Android 15 or later required on Android) Bose app
Customizable EQ No (Adaptive EQ only; no user EQ controls in the Beats app) Yes, 3-band EQ in Bose app
Other Features — Auto Volume, 3-band EQ (Bose app); Google Fast Pair
Sound Modes Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency, Adaptive EQ (when ANC and Transparency are off) Immersion Mode, Cinema Mode, Stereo
Touch Controls No touch controls; physical buttons (right earcup: volume up/down and play/pause; left earcup: power and listening mode) No, physical button on each earbud (play/pause, track, volume, calls)
Transparency / Ambient Mode Yes (Transparency mode) —
Voice Assistant Support "Hey Siri" on Apple devices; voice assistant access on Android Phone's native voice assistant (Alexa+ planned)
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.3 (Class 1) 5.4, range up to 30 ft (9 m)
Multipoint — Yes, two devices
Range Class 1 Bluetooth (extended range) 9 m (30 ft)
Supported Codecs SBC, AAC SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive (Snapdragon Sound)
Wired Mode No wired audio; USB-C port is for charging —
BUILD AND DESIGN
Colors Available Black, Cloud, Pink, Sky Black, White Smoke, Cherry Chocolate, Olive Green, Sky Pink (last three limited edition)
Dimensions 165.5 mm (W) x 87.1 mm (D) x 191.3 mm (H) Earbud: 18.9 x 17.7 x 27.7 mm; Case: 47.5 x 26.8 x 66.0 mm
Form Factor Over-ear, fold-flat design with interchangeable ear and headband cushions Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds
Ingress Protection IPX4 (sweat and water resistant) IPX4
Materials Memory foam cushions with Performance Knit (diamond-knit) or UltraPlush (engineered leather) covers; 80% recycled plastic in multiple components; 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets Polycarbonate and silicone; metallic cap with beveled finish; flex-joint cuff
Weight 294.5 g 5.9 g (single earbud), 49.9 g (case)
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING
Battery Life (Standby) — Up to 20 hours (connected, no audio)
Charging Port USB-C USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour
Fast Charging Fast Fuel: 5-minute charge gives up to 1 hour of playback 10 min = up to 2 hours
Total Playtime Up to 32 hours (ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on); up to 24 hours in Transparency mode Earbuds: Up to 9 hours (up to 5 hours with Immersive Audio); With case: Up to 19.5 additional hours (28.5 hours total)
Wireless Charging — Yes, Qi
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES
Hands-Free Calls Support Yes Yes, Bose SpeechClarity
Mic Count 9 2
Mic Type / Noise Reduction Digital MEMS microphones: 8 for Active Noise Cancellation and 3 for voice pickup 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation
Voice Assistant Trigger Always-on "Hey Siri" (Apple devices); press and hold on-device button for voice assistant —
BOX CONTENTS
Charging Cable Not included (sold separately) Not listed in box contents (power adapter not included)
Ear Tips (if earbuds) Not applicable (over-ear headphones) No (open-ear cuff design)
Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) Woven ripstop fabric carrying case Charging case
Included Items Beats 360 headphones with color-matched Performance Knit cushions, woven ripstop fabric carrying case, Quick Start Guide, documentation (USB-C charging cable and power adapter sold separately) Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet (no power adapter)
Main Device Beats 360 headphones with interchangeable, color-matched Performance Knit cushions 2 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
User Manual Quick Start Guide Quick start guide, safety sheet
Warranty Card Yes 1-year Bose limited warranty
COMPATIBILITY
Operating Systems Apple platforms and Android Android, iOS (Bose app on Google Play and App Store); any Bluetooth device
Supported Devices Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing, Find My) and Android devices (Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub) Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026
KEY HIGHLIGHT
Highlight The first Beats over-ear headphone with interchangeable ear and headband cushions, rated IPX4 for sweat and water resistance. The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) are cuff-style open-ear earbuds with an improved driver for deeper bass, Bose OpenAudio, Immersive Audio and Cinema Mode with TrueSpatial head tracking.